JOB SUMMARY:

The Engineer, Technical Development & Standards is accountable to research, develop and implement tasks, methodologies and practices for the corporation. As a member of SaskPower’s management team, this position is responsible for assisting with and/or preparing technical studies, business cases, designs, standards, specifications, tender evaluations, and equipment and construction drawings in the area of power systems (72 kV, and above voltage class). This position will prepare project plans, costs, and schedules and provide contract management and project coordination services; ensuring alignment with departmental and corporate strategic goals and objectives.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

•    Learn and become familiar with assigned technical tasks, methodologies and practices
•    Aid in monitor costs and schedules of delivery of material and equipment
•    Provide technical assistance during construction, commissioning and operations
•    Perform technical and economic analysis of alternative solutions for projects, and make recommendations on courses of action
•    Participate in root case analysis and recommend corrective action as appropriate
•    Provide direction to technologists, technicians, consultants and other external technical agencies as required
•    Other related duties as assigned
•    This position will be responsible to conduct studies and develop standards and specifications for the design, fabrication and operation / maintenance of power transformers, instrumentation transformers, and other reactive equipment.   
•    Prepare detailed technical specifications, competition evaluation criteria, vendor negotiation and selection, awarding contracts and perform factory acceptance testing, managing contract and commissioning activates.

Key Skills and Abilities:
•    This position required technical knowledge or expertise in power systems including transformers, switches, breakers, current transformers, capacitive voltage transformers, FACS devices and other reactive equipment.
•    Demonstrated experience and proficiency in the application and interpretation of IEEE and CSA standards related to high-voltage electrical equipment, for equipment specification development, technical bid evaluation, testing, and acceptance. 
•    Knowledge of fast-growing new technologies related to this field
•    Ability to research and study new technologies and investigate its impact on SaskPower Transmission system.
•    Experience in dealing with vendors and manufacturers during various stages of acquiring of major material including review of drawings, quality documents, inspection reports, participate in Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), etc.  

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

•    Bachelor’s degree in engineering with specializing in Electrical Engineering
•    Eligible for membership in the Association of Professional Engineers of Saskatchewan (APEGS)
•    Professional Engineering Designation (P.Eng.) and relevant experience in a combination of the following engineering tasks: planning facilities, providing design, construction, operations, commissioning, contract management and coordination of projects
•    Competency in engineering/industry standards such as IEEE and CSA, as well as internal processes and procedures
•    Ability to mentor, coach, and support Engineers-In-Training
•    Results oriented thinker, with the ability to manage and provide advice regarding complex and confidential issues with sensitivity and professionalism
•    Ability to work and manage in a changing environment
•    Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
•    Excellent facilitation, project management and decision-making skills
•    Ability to foster a culture focused on safety, innovation, and teamwork
•    Demonstrated skill in SaskPower's Competencies
•    Must have a continuing record of professional development

NOTES
•    Engineer-In-Training applications will be accepted and may be considered for this position
•    If the successful applicant appointed to this position is an EIT, the key accountabilities as well as knowledge/skills/abilities will align with the job description and expectations of an Engineer-In-Training. The applicant will retain the title of Engineer-In-Training and remain compensated at that level until such a time that they are eligible for a Professional Engineer position either through bidding or P. Eng designation process. 

A suitable combination of relevant education and experience may also be considered